East Lansing bluegrass bands

Blend some banjo picking with harmonica harmonies and you’ll have the makings of a classic Bluegrass Band. Our professional performers can bring more than the sounds of the South to your event – book one in the East Lansing, MI area and see for yourself!

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When choosing music for your event - be it a wedding, a corporate convention/reception - you name it - your first consideration should be how experienced are the musicians.
Best advice is to always GO WITH THE PROS.
Are you planning a Celtic theme event or wedding? Over the last 25 years, I've appeared at approx 75 St. Pat's day events, and if you are planning a wedding - I've worked approx 1000 weddings with various ensembles and as a soloist.
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Fernandez + Kimball have over 25 years of experience performing for corporate events, weddings, private parties, and public festivals throughtout Chicago and the surrounding areas. Our highly sought after artists offer the highest level of performance and professionalism. Their vast repertoire includes classical, flamenco, Gipsy King rumbas, bossa novas, gipsy jazz, and Latin American standards. We can provide multiple configurations of sound to include, guitars, bass, vocals, mandolin,...(more)

Tinker Boys are a blend of musicians from an assortment of backgrounds, strung together to form a band that explores the many sides of the acoustic genre. Using elements of vocals, guitar, fiddle, accordion, mandolin, and harmonica, Tinker Boys are a band that is able to find a niche in many acoustic laden songs. The group can range from a duo, trio, or more depending on the need of the client and available musicians. Band leader Michael Tinker Tierney also performs many solo shows for a...(more)

A fresh blend of remarkable, inspired instrumentals and Jennifer's sweet, pure voice. Bursting with talent. The 4-piece band provides warm, professional sets to keep the energy up with upbeat bluegrass or relax to truly artistic background music.
Gigmasters Awards: Best of 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 and Rising Star 2013, 2012, Top Folk Band 2012
These have been incredible years for us! We were featured on NPR, PBS, and toured the U.S. with shows in 21 states: AL, AR, CO, FL, GA, IA,...(more)

No Tent is a high energy folk band that plays a blend of roots, americana, bluegrass, and blues. We have been entertaining crowds at festivals, events, and private parties around the nation since 2011. We play everything from Willie Nelson to Van Morrison, Hank Williams to the Beatles -- and we have a wealth of our own well crafted original material to boot. We're not afraid of learning new material to suit your event or party, so don't hesitate to make a request. We can perform as a duo,...(more)

We are a 5 piece bluegrass band located in central N.C., we play traditional bluegrass and gospel music along with some progressive bluegrass. We are avilable to play weddings, stage shows, birthdays, family reunions, any event where good family music and humor is needed. We can furnish a full sound system if needed at no additional charge. We are an older band with many years of experience and can play up to 4 hours of music without repeating a song unless requested to do so. Our band's...(more)

The Robert Mabe Band provides entertainment for dozens of private/corporate events and weddings each year.
In addition to exceptional music/entertainment, Robert brings experience and service that is unmatched.
Please visit my website and take a look at my client reviews.
Our clients are very happy for selecting Robert Mabe and you will be too!
Robert Mabe is a stellar banjo player, singer/songwriter, from the hills of North Carolina.
As a young banjo player in North Carolina, Robert...(more)

The GoodFellers has been providing quality music for Gigmaster clients.Will travel anywhere in the USA and beyond. Always prompt,and professional, easy to work with in any type of engagement. New videos and pics coming soon. We play a lot of parties, festivals corporate functions etc.
We have opened shows for many well known national artists . In addition we are in demand as studio musicians and provide music for motion picturs soundtracks. We will make your event special and will leave...(more)

Bobby Maynard & Breakdown is a three member bluegrass band that is high energy, entertaining, and versatile. Each member is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist. We play a variety of bluegrass favorites and origianal songs. Fast banjo pickin' and fiddlin' hoedowns are crowd favorites. Old time clawhammer banjo tunes, comedy songs, and gospel are also included in our repertoire. Upright bass, mandolin, and guitar are featured as well. We can provide the sound system if needed.
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We are an acoustic duet featuring guitar and 5-string banjo, duet harmony vocals and a very wide repertoire of entertaining selections, vintage country, 60s-70s covers, bluegrass, jazz, rural acoustic blues, Cajun, and Irish. David Stenshoel is a widely acclaimed Irish
and jazz violinist who also supplies harmony vocals. Below is a concert/workshop review:
"The BDs duet brought their own inimitable bluegrass based music to the ITOW Veterans Museum on Sunday, July 8th (2012). The...(more)

Hailing from sunny Charlottesville, the Bent Mountain Trio provides the perfect musical backdrop for a rustic wedding or any festive event set against the green rolling hills of Virginia wine country. Serving up a mix of old-time bluegrass and roots music they like to call "cocktailgrass", these long-time musical friends combine expert picking and rich vocal harmonies to capture the spirit of music and celebration that brings so many to this beautiful part of the country.
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Bluegrass Band from
Charlottesville,
VA (449 miles from East Lansing, MI)

Despite the Montana namesake, Gallatin Canyon is a Charlottesville, Virginia-based bluegrass band. Influenced by dozens of great artists, both contemporary and from the past, the band focuses on masterful instrumentation, air-tight arrangements and soaring vocal harmonics. The band performs not only traditional bluegrass but also a wide variety of creatively-arranged favorites from the classic rock and country genres."
Though primarily a 4 or 5-piece ensemble, the band is also available as...(more)

Bluegrass Band from
Charlottesville,
VA (453 miles from East Lansing, MI)

The Roscoe Dandies bring a passion for traditional bluegrass music, exceptional musicianship, and joyful performance wherever they go!
This four piece bluegrass band brings plenty of traditional fiddle tunes and the classic music of bluegrass (Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Tony Rice, the Kentucky Colonels, etc.), seasoned with contemporary bluegrass artists. Don't be surprised if you catch a bit of Irish, Gospel, Western Swing, or even Rockabilly in a typical Dandies set. Fans of John Prine...(more)

Bobby Cool and The Nashville Players are a high energy band from Nashville, TN. They are four-time GigMasters Best of Award Winners and three-time GigMasters Rising Star Award Winners who have headlined events for Microsoft, Budweiser, Toyota, and played corporate functions, weddings, fundraisers, festivals, colleges, casinos, and private parties all over the country.
Their booking process is straightforward and the performance rate is always negotiable:
1st: Request a Free Quote
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The Local Boys are a band that has been waiting for the appellation "Americana", as "Bluegrass" just doesn't cover the material they do. With all members of The Local Boys having deep roots in traditional music, they have a love for the musical styles that influenced and evolved from old time, country, and bluegrass.
The Local Boys are fairly standard in their acoustic instrumental arrangement. Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Dobro and Mandolin. Additional instruments are available...(more)

WestWend...A sound decision for your private event. From an acoustic intimate duo to a rollicking show with a full band WestWend is ready to provide all your entertainment needs in a variety of configurations.
WestWend is an acoustic country band combining the talents of Wendy Crowe and Jonathan Maness. Their repertoire includes fresh versions of country and bluegrass standards, as well as an eclectic mix of pop, blues, and hand crafted originals. WestWend will flexibly and professionally...(more)

2013 Country/Bluegrass Performer of the Year: Madison Area Music Awards.
2014 Country/Bluegrass Album of the Year: Madison Area Music Awards.
The Dang-Its is a four piece band whose tag line, "Western Swing, Honky Tonk, & Americana," barely begins to describe the range of styles that comprise their repertoire: folk, country blues, Cajun, bluegrass, classic country, rockabilly, country swing, and more.
Weddings? The Dang-Its deliver a variety of 100% danceable tunes, and not just...(more)

Sons of Pitches is the perfect instrumental group for your live music needs whether it's a party, wedding or corporate event!
Always challenging their collective internal status quo with fresh ideas and new perspectives, Sons of Pitches bring their own brand of improvisation to the stage for a thrilling live event. Their instrumental country jazz originals, and unique arrangements of standards affectionately called “Cowboy Jazz,” provide a musical landscape for staking their claim and...(more)

Originally from the mountains of North Carolina, the Waymasters have grown from small town, local church favorites to one of the most popular Southern, Christian Country and Traditional Gospel music groups in the country. Always striving to put God first in all they do, the group is known for their humble approach and Spirit filled harmony. Winners of several national awards including Christian Country Gospel Song of the Year, Band of the Year, and Artist of the Year just to name a few, the...(more)

Providing String Quartets - String Trios - String Duos - and Soloists to the Carolina s and beyond. Personal and attentive service combined with energetic, experienced professionals makes SUMMIT Strings the clear choice for your wedding or event.
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SUMMIT Strings is a stylish, professional group of young musicians that brings atmosphere and sparkle to any special occasion. Specializing in wedding, and background music...(more)

Craig Vaughn is a professional musician with over 17 years experience. With many different musicians accompanying him, his goal is simple... to custom build the perfect band for each event that is to be performed at. Whether an intimate venue with just an acoustic guitar... Or, even if the event calls for a full band he can add a bass, dobro, mandolin, banjo, etc ...& the band can always add drums or percussion. Over those 17 years of gigging, Craig has had the great opportunity to perform...(more)

Thorn Haven
Thorn Haven is all about one thing… entertaining audiences of all ages with music that by the end of the show will leave them wanting more. From the grass roots of Western Pennsylvania, the musical influences truly span all genres for this frontline trio. With a musical heritage spanning multiple generations, brothers Andrew and David Weckerly had been rocking stages with blues, southern rock, country, blue grass, rock, and more. Fast forward to an impromptu duet with Amanda...(more)

Anthony Koester & The Skunk River Band is a band located out of Des Moines Iowa. A combination of great experienced musicians and fresh young talent on vocals to give them that modern day country sound. No event to big to small. Playing bars,town festivals,private party's,venues etc. You can Look us up on Facebook and or our website to view multiple videos of performances. We want to do everything we possibly can for our clients to have that WOW factor event! We will go above and beyond! For...(more)

Daniel Smalley is an emerging country artist and songwriter now based out of Nashville, TN. He performs both solo and band dates -- can do a night of soulful Country and Americana Top-40 covers -- and is also happy to add in some of his original music, if requested. He literally has hundreds of classic country and Top-40 tunes stored away in his memory bank, making him one of the most versatile artists you could find for your special event.
Whether solo with just his guitar, or with his...(more)

Professional, unique, & captivating,.... Leipers Fork Bluegrass perform regional, nationally & internationally for Festivals, Fairs, Weddings, Corporate Events, Universities, Churches, all types of Venues. They're a hard driving, hard working group that enjoys getting the audience involved in the performances. Folks respond well to the group with the humor and professionalism that is announced in the Leipers Fork Bluegrass shows. An individual, promoter or agent of a venue will be happy with...(more)

A fresh blend of remarkable, inspired instrumentals and Jennifer's sweet, pure voice. Bursting with talent. The 4-piece band provides warm, professional sets to keep the energy up with upbeat bluegrass or relax to truly artistic background music.
Gigmasters Awards: Best of 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 and Rising Star 2013, 2012, Top Folk Band 2012
These have been incredible years for us! We were featured on NPR, PBS, and toured the U.S. with shows in 21 states: AL, AR, CO, FL, GA, IA,...(more)

Based in Tualatin, Oregon – the award winning original roots music group Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising continues to stack up awards and accolades while performing their high-energy shows throughout the West. Awards include guitar player Dennis Nelson being named 2008 Roots Music Association Bluegrass Songwriter of the Year and banjo player Tom Tower winning 2010 City Love Music Contest. The band holds the title of the International Music & Entertainment Association 2015 Bluegrass Group of the...(more)